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MPR 438

1990 MG Roadster

Black Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,519 mi
Last recorded30,519 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2012
Typical for 1990 MG Roadster28,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPR 438
MakeMG
ModelRoadster
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2012 30,519 miles

Fuel cap seal perished.

Indicators speed slow when engine on idle.

Off side rear worn close to legal limit.

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leaks.

Rear anti-roll bar link arms both lower covers perishing.

Pass 14 Dec 2011 28,932 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2011 28,916 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2010 27,333 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 25,471 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 22,223 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 19,507 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 17,080 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 15,038 miles

American style indicators.

Hand brake return spring weak.

No outside door handels,

No seat belts fitted on this age car.

How Reliable is the MG Roadster?

Based on 16,734 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
379
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 390
brake binding 298
Stop lamp not working 280
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 274
Steering rack gaiter split 202
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MPR 438 is a 1990 MG Roadster in Black with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1990 MG Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 28,553 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MPR 438, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 36 years old, this MG Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MPR 438 registered?

MPR 438 is a 1990 MG Roadster, first registered on 18 May 1990.

Is MPR 438 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPR 438 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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